enter value/s in increments of 1 between 12 and 999
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Fan style
Pedestal fan or tower style.
Airflow score
The airflow score is determined by measuring airflow speed at various points (depending on fan type) at maximum speed and calculating airflow volume. The CHOICE Expert Rating is the airflow score.
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Running costs
We work out the fan's annual running cost by assuming two hours of use at max level each day, then continuous use for eight hours on low level each night, for three months (92 days). Energy is charged at 40c/kWh.
enter value/s in increments of i between 2.28 and 46.93
Remote control
Remote controls are handy so you don't have to physically get up to change settings. Make sure any button battery compartments are secured with a screw or require two deliberate actions to open to prevent children from accessing them.
Shop Ethical rating
Shop Ethical rates the environmental and social impact of the company (not the product) using independent sources. This rating is not included in our total score. N/A means there is no rating for that company.
Maximum noise (dB)
On the maximum speed, this is the noise in decibels (dB) you can expect. For context, 40dB is a whispered conversation, whereas 60dB is a normal conversation.
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Minimum noise (dB)
On the lowest speed, this is the noise in decibels (dB) you can expect. For context, 40dB is a whispered conversation, whereas 60dB is a normal conversation.
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Weight (kg)
Light ones are easier to move, heavy ones may have a stable base.
enter value/s in increments of i between 1.96 and 14.22
Height at highest position (cm)
The maximum height the fan can reach after the stand is adjusted to its highest position.
enter value/s in increments of i between 39 and 165
Depth (cm)
Measured at the widest point, rounded to the closest centimetre.
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Width (cm)
Measured at the widest point, rounded to the closest centimetre.
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Horizontal sweep (degrees)
How many degrees the fan oscillates from side to side. Zero means it is fixed.
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Number of fan speeds
Number of fixed settings (usually low, medium and high). This is different from fan "modes" that switch between different speeds throughout a cycle.
Availability
A Similar model is identical in most aspects except for a few. This means that a majority of its test results are identical so you can reasonably expect to get the same results from the model we tested, but for those aspects which aren't identical, we'll note these as "Not Tested" in the Compare tables.
A Tested model refers to a model that is still current and available in the Australian market. You should be able to order this model through your local retailer, or find it online.
These models can't be found in retailers or online or are no longer manufactured. You may still find these models on second hand websites, or in second hand dealers. Test methods may change over time, so criteria which can't be directly compared will contain an N/A.
An Identical model is exactly that. Performance characteristics will be identical and the only difference will be something trivial such as colour, which won't have an impact on performance.
These are models we haven't yet tested but that are available.
Included in this review
- CHOICE Expert Rating
- Running costs
- Recommended
- Airflow score
- Minimum noise (dB)
- Maximum noise (dB)
- Adjustable degrees below horizontal
- Adjustable degrees above horizontal
- Length of power cord (m)
- Good points
- Bad points
- Shop Ethical rating
- Price
- Number of fan speeds
- Remote control
- Warranty (years)
- Country of origin
- Horizontal sweep (degrees)
- Timer settings
- Weight (kg)
- Height at highest position (cm)
- Width (cm)
- Depth (cm)